NCCAP SPECIALIZATIONS

NCCAP Certified Professionals can receive specializations that indicate advanced studies related to engagement and person-centered care in the following areas:

  • ADULT DAY SERVICES
  • ASSISTED LIVING
  • EDUCATION
  • HOME CARE
  • MEMORY CARE
  • PERSON-CENTERED CARE

 SPECIALIZATION QUALIFICATION COMPONENTS

  1. 10 Continuing Education (CE) clock hours within the past 2 years are required in addition to the CE requirements of your certification level (CEs in the past 5 years will be accepted for Initial Application).
  2. Topic of all CE clock hours must be related to those listed in the NCCAP Body of Knowledge. Applicant must submit evidence and description of the CE on the Specialization application.
  3. Specialization designation recognizes competency to understand a team approach, direct an activity team, and carry out an activity program in the Specialization area.
  4. Specialization designations are renewed biennially. Individuals possessing Activity Professional Certification renew their Specialization at the same time of Professional Certification renewal.

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